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Ned Lamont
@nedlamont· Democratic · CT· Aug 8, 2026

President Trump and his allies are trying to replace that open door with a velvet rope, welcoming only those who fit his vision of ‘desirable’ Americans: people who look and speak a certain way, or who can pay the right price.

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Ned Lamont
@nedlamont· Democratic · CT· Aug 8, 2026

Inscribed on the Statue of Liberty is Emma Lazarus’s poem calling her the ‘Mother of Exiles,’ guiding the poor and displaced to safety.

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Ned Lamont
@nedlamont· Democratic · CT· Aug 8, 2026

I understand that this equipment is intended to keep our towns and roads safe—and that’s a good thing—but we must have clear policies in place regarding what is happening with this data, who has access to it, and how it can be used.

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Ned Lamont
@nedlamont· Democratic · CT· Aug 8, 2026

I am in agreement with the many residents across Connecticut who are seeing this technology being implemented by their towns and are wondering what types of privacy protections are being implemented for ordinary people who are just going…

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Larry Hogan
@larryhogan· Republican · MD· Aug 8, 2026

I was struggling, because my heart was telling me to run. My head was telling me, no, that just does not make sense for a whole host of reasons.

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Tim Kaine
@timkaine· Democratic · VA· Aug 8, 2026

Many Virginians want to age with dignity in their homes, where they can remain connected with their family, friends, and community.

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Jeanne Shaheen
@jeanneshaheen· Democratic · NH· Aug 8, 2026

For the first time in decades, Lebanon has a real chance to reclaim its sovereignty, disarm Hezbollah and break free from Iran’s malign influence, but success depends on sustained American support.

lankford.senate.gov
John Hickenlooper
@johnhickenlooper· Democratic · CO· Aug 8, 2026

We need to understand why and make sure construction workers have access to the support they need.

warner.senate.gov
John Hoeven
@johnhoeven· Republican · ND· Aug 8, 2026

Lindsey dedicated tremendous effort to moving this legislation forward, and its passage in the Senate is a fitting tribute to his legacy.

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John Hoeven
@johnhoeven· Republican · ND· Aug 8, 2026

This bipartisan legislation will strengthen sanctions to increase pressure on Russia, reduce the resources fueling Putin’s aggression, and help advance peace.

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John Hoeven
@johnhoeven· Republican · ND· Aug 8, 2026

Russia relies on oil and gas revenue to fund its war against Ukraine, and those enabling this aggression should be held accountable.

hoeven.senate.gov
Tim Kaine
@timkaine· Democratic · VA· Aug 8, 2026

It’s already law that most noncitizens are not eligible for public benefits. Yet the Trump-Vance Administration, hellbent on terrorizing immigrants, is now trying to hurt their U.S. citizen children and family members.

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Maggie Hassan
@maggiehassan· Democratic · NH· Aug 8, 2026

As threats at our Northern border continue to evolve, the federal government’s strategy must keep pace.

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Jeanne Shaheen
@jeanneshaheen· Democratic · NH· Aug 8, 2026

If we can’t shut down the funding for the war machine that Russia is using against Ukraine, then they’re going to keep at it.

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Josh Shapiro
@joshshapiro· Democratic · PA· Aug 8, 2026

I told him how Philly would love to have him, he could win a championship here, and this would be a great place for him to bring his talents.

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Bill Lee
@billlee· Republican · TN· Aug 7, 2026

I take it very seriously and have in every case and will in every case going forward.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Aug 7, 2026

We stand firm in our belief that masked agents do not make New York safer and our offices are reviewing all legal options at this time.

haitiantimes.com
Doug Burgum
@dougburgum· Republican · ND· Aug 7, 2026

By seeking public input on both recreational climbing guidance and wilderness stewardship and access policies, we are taking a thoughtful approach that supports recreation, improves management and helps ensure these iconic landscapes…

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